Talent Management

In logistics, and really, in any industry, a focus on talent management never truly goes away. That is perhaps truer than ever now, given all of the moving parts in the supply chain, regardless of which link it is in.

The Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends highlights the growing importance of technology adoption, talent management, and automation in logistics operations while emphasizing the need for continuous training and addressing the ongoing labor crisis.

Developing internal talent is an important part of ensuring roles can be filled successfully. .

Labor shortages and high turnover rates in distribution centers are driving the need for automation to improve workforce stability, operational efficiency, and cost management.

Logistics operations are facing a human capital crisis that poses a threat to both performance and competitiveness. In this year’s study, our authors explore how organizations can compete for talent in an increasingly limited talent pool; how organizations are competing in an increasingly dynamic business environment; and examine the technologies that shippers now need to use to stay ahead of the curve.

While most are concerned about availability of skilled employees, only 43% feel prepared to address the challenge.

With a smaller labor pool to pull from and e-commerce sales continuing to escalate, logistics managers need solid tactics for winning the race for talent.

While last month we fixed the spotlight on what we’re now referring to as the “democratization of supply chain technology,” this month LM spends time on the pressing subject of labor—or the increasing lack thereof.

Concerns over a recession and attracting and retaining talent leads the list in survey of nearly 1,600 global executives.

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How are companies faring in the race to recruit and train high-level supply chain talent in a market with a national unemployment rate at a 50-year low?

The holiday season highlights the seriousness of the supply chain talent gap and magnifies its consequences. Failing to attract and retain labor during this critical period reduces an organization’s ability to serve customers and challenge competitors.

Materials handling professionals are as committed as ever to advancing the industry— although there is still plenty of room for young faces in this lucrative and fulfilling career.

A tight labor market driven by the uptick in e-commerce, increased omni-channel distribution pressures, Baby Boomer attrition and the implementation of game-changing technology are pushing logistics management professionals to rethink the way they hire, train and retain valued employees.

Earlier this month, APICS and Deloitte announced the Regional winners in the 2018 case competition. The regional teams will compete for top honors at APICS 2018 in September in Chicago. Supply Chain Talent Acquisition, Logistics Work Force, Hiring logistics professionals. Careers in Logistics